William Monroe is Midland High School's Saginaw Valley League Teacher of the Year Award winnerand was recognized at an SVL banquet on April 24 at the Horizons Conference Center in Saginaw.

The award, established in 1995, recognizes one teacher from each of the member high schools in the league.

Monroe graduated from Michigan State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in music education, and later from North Texas State University, earning a master’s degree in music education and performance.

Monroe has taught music in Midland Public Schools for 28 years. He taught in three other districts prior to MPS and has a total of 37 years of experience in education.

Monroe works daily with over 200 band students in many capacities at Midland High.

Parents and students in the MHS music program have said, “Mr. Monroe sets a high bar for participation, productivity and standards. He expects each student to work hard and make the Midland High School music performances the best possible reflection throughout the community. Mr. Monroe has developed a way to provide a total open door policy to all his students. This may cover discussing music goals, learning a new instrument, providing guidance or just having a listening ear to discuss whatever students have on their minds. Mr. Monroe is a great, kind, talented teacher with a good heart.”

Monroe resides in Midland with his wife, Susan. They are the proud parents of Billy Monroe and Christopher Monroe.

Monroe enjoys golf, chess, art, sports and traveling to tropical beaches. He also loves his Spartans.